2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escalade | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
